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Does Anyone Else Get Body Aches When There IBS Is Flaring Up?

A myIBSteam Member asked a question 💭
Buford, GA

I was just wondering does anyone experience body aches and fatigue with IBS? Last night after I went to sleep I started having body aches and was like NO!! I can.t get sick... I did have a flare up yesterday and it when on all day and apparently through the night with the aches and then this morning too. I've been on a light diet since yesterday. Just curious if body aches is normal. I feel so sleepy and run down

May 1, 2018
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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that body aches, fatigue, and exhaustion are common experiences during IBS flare-ups, with many describing... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that body aches, fatigue, and exhaustion are common experiences during IBS flare-ups, with many describing feeling drained after multiple bathroom trips and needing extra rest to recover. Several members shared that their doctors explained a strong connection between IBS and fibromyalgia, noting that the two conditions often occur together and can make it difficult to distinguish which is causing pain at any given time. A recurring theme was the emotional toll of unpredictable symptoms that make planning difficult, the frustration of feeling misunderstood by others, and the comfort of knowing they are not alone in dealing with these challenging experiences.

A myIBSteam Member

you're not alone in that. I have IBS and fibromyalgia so its like which one is making me hurt this time. A LOT of people with IBS find out that they have fibromyalgia too. There's a huge link between IBS and pain issues.

December 5, 2022
A myIBSteam Member

I am 64 years old was diagnosed with Crohn's when I was 16. Many surgeries, tried I think every combination of drugs. I have been in remission with the crohn's for 5 years now. But so much damage that experiance the same sympton's, so now they are saying it is IBS. I feel like I never feel better. If I say I am having a bad gut day, everyone asks if I am having a crohn's flare, I feel like all I do is complain!

September 26, 2022
A myIBSteam Member

Same here..if I have plans I don't eat. Body aches & fatigue when having IBS/D.

June 23, 2021
A myIBSteam Member

Yes I get body aches and fatigue. I also get really bad cramps that are very painful and it doesn't matter what I eat. If I have plans I just don't eat anything.

March 12, 2021
A myIBSteam Member

I have these symptoms also. It must be part of ibs.

September 7, 2023

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